Commentary & Insights
Green Customs in Action Webinar - October 2025
On 16 October 2025, the CCES Community hosted a webinar entitled Green Customs in Action which aimed to provide a snapshot on progress associated with WCO Green Customs Action Plan including implementation of multilateral environmental agreements and efforts to green operations and value chains. This article summarises the key take-aways.
2025 CSU Executive Dean’s Award Recipient
Abu Hanif Mohammad Abdul Ahad from Dhaka, Bangladesh is the latest recipient of the CSU Executive Dean’s Award.
Key take-aways from the e-commerce boom webinar.
On 7 August 2025, the CCES Community hosted a webinar on the e-commerce boom exploring how customs are adapting and responding to the increase in low-value shipments, mainly parcels, shipped directly from the supplier to the consumer. This article summarises the key takeaways.
Rethinking Borders and Trade from the Inside Out
For Shiphrah Sande, a PhD candidate with the Centre for Customs and Excise Studies, the decision to pursue doctoral research was more than an academic milestone—it was a return to the questions that first sparked her fascination with borders and trade.
Five ways CoPs can help drive your administration's sustainability efforts.
Here are five compelling ways a Community of Practice can help your customs administrations with their sustainability strategy.
Customs cooperation in the Pacific webinar
On 5 June 2025, the CCES Community Network hosted a webinar on Customs Cooperation in the Pacific - Ingredients for Success. This article outlines the key take-aways from the session.
Advancing the professionalism of customs: key themes and take-aways
On 3 April 2025, the CCES Community Network hosted a webinar on Advancing the Professionalism of Customs. This article outlines the key themes and take-aways from the session.
Recognise your CCES qualifications with a digital badge
The Centre for Customs and Excise Studies has partnered with Credly, an international digital credentialling company to provide graduates of its Award programs with access to e-badges.